RepublicanBill · H.R. 10121· House(119-HR-10121)

To obtain and direct the placement in the Capitol or on the Capitol Grounds of a statue to honor American humanitarian and star athlete Roberto Clemente of Puerto Rico.

Rep. Bilirakis
Age: 63 years
Florida
Introduced
8/20/2026
Last activity
8/20/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Sponsored by
Gus Bilirakis
Cosponsors
Republican - 2Democrat - 4
Sports and Recreation
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill aims to obtain and place a statue honoring Roberto Clemente in the United States Capitol or on its grounds. The legislation directs the Joint Committee on the Library to enter into an agreement to acquire a statue within two years of the act's enactment. To ensure diversity, the committee must consider artists from various backgrounds, including those from the Puerto Rican community. The Architect of the Capitol is responsible for the permanent installation of the statue in an appropriate location. Funding for this project is authorized through the Capitol Preservation Fund, with a cap on the total amount.

Yes

  • Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?+7

    The bill honors a legendary figure within the Puerto Rican and Latino community through a national monument.

  • Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+5

    The bill promotes representation by specifically requiring consideration of artists from underrepresented demographic groups.

  • Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+3

    The bill honors Clemente, who was a member of the Marine Corps Reserve.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.